FAQ: Home Health Care Services, Costs, and Eligibility in Northern New Jersey
Summary
What services does the Visiting Nurse Association of Northern NJ provide?
VNANNJ provides skilled nursing visits, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, certified home health aides, elder care, family caregiver assistance, hospice and palliative care, caregiver respites, counseling, and training.
Which counties does VNANNJ serve?
VNANNJ serves more than 140 municipalities across Morris, Hunterdon, Sussex, Warren, Somerset, and Passaic Counties.
Why is there growing demand for home care services?
Demand is escalating due to population aging, more seniors choosing to age in place, and home care being increasingly prescribed to shorten inpatient stays for patients of all ages.
What percentage of seniors prefer to age in place according to research?
A December 2024 AARP survey found that 75% of people over 50 want to remain in their current homes as they age.
How does home care compare to hospital care in terms of cost and effectiveness?
A February 2024 analysis of 14 studies concluded that home care interventions are likely to be cost saving and as effective as hospital care.
What financial assistance programs are available for home care?
VNANNJ helps consumers understand benefits available through Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance plans, and grant-subsidized programs, including the NJ Statewide Respite Care Program.
How can someone contact VNANNJ for assistance?
Consumers can contact VNANNJ through their website at vnannj.org/contact or by calling 1-800-WE VISIT.
What specialized programs does VNANNJ administer?
VNANNJ is the sole designated administrator for the NJ Statewide Respite Care Program in Morris, Sussex, Somerset, and Passaic Counties and participates in other government and private grant programs.
What percentage of seniors will need assistance with daily activities?
Studies indicate that more than 70% of all seniors will require assistance with routine activities of daily living between age 65 and the end of life.
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